Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Florence

Florence rewards anyone willing to trade footsteps for wheels. Climb out of the centro storico on a motorcycle and within minutes you're looking down on the Duomo from Piazzale Michelangelo, or winding uphill into Fiesole, where Etruscan ruins sit above a valley view that no bus tour hurries you past. Head south instead and the Chianti hills open up, vineyards and stone villages rolling by at exactly the pace two wheels are built for.

Florence's old center is wrapped in a ZTL — a camera-enforced limited traffic zone — and its medieval streets were never meant for cars, so parking is a genuine headache for anyone driving in. A scooter or motorcycle slips through where four wheels can't, and once you're outside the city the terrain keeps rewarding the choice: Chianti, Fiesole and the Mugello foothills are made up of the kind of winding roads that feel tedious in a car and completely different on a bike. If you want to rent a motorcycle in Florence, this is a city built for it.

Top 10 things to see in Florence by motorcycle

1. Piazzale Michelangelo — the classic panoramic viewpoint over the Florence skyline and the Arno, a short climb from the historic center.
2. Fiesole — a hill town above Florence with Etruscan ruins and sweeping views, reached by a winding uphill ride.
3. Bardini Garden — a terraced hillside garden near Piazzale Michelangelo with its own quiet overlooks of the city.
4. Chianti wine road (SR222 Chiantigiana) — a classic curving route south through vineyards and hill towns like Greve in Chianti.
5. San Miniato al Monte — a Romanesque hilltop church above the city, a favorite short ride for sunset.
6. Piazzale degli Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio area — the central historic core, worth riding past even though the very center is largely pedestrianized.
7. Vinci — Leonardo da Vinci's birthplace in the hills west of Florence, a pleasant countryside ride.
8. Certosa di Firenze — a historic monastery just south of the city, an easy destination for a scenic loop.
9. Forte di Belvedere — a fortress above the Boboli Gardens with one of the best panoramic terraces in Florence.
10. Passo della Futa and the Mugello hills — a popular day ride into the Apennine foothills north of the city, near the Mugello motorsport circuit.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Florence?

The licence you need depends on the machine: category A1 covers scooters up to 125cc, while a full A licence is required for larger motorcycles. EU and EEA licences are valid as issued; if yours was issued outside the EU/EEA, bring an International Driving Permit along with it. Rental companies generally set their own minimum age, typically 18 and up, on top of the legal licensing minimum. Expect to leave a deposit, usually held on a credit card and scaled to the value of the bike, along with a copy of your ID or passport.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Florence?

Average prices run from EUR 25-35 per day in low season to EUR 45-70 per day in high season, with premium models reaching EUR 70-120 per day.

• Rates climb from June through August, when demand peaks.
• They drop from November through February, the cheapest months to book.
• May, June, September and early October sit in between — good weather, better availability.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Florence?

High season runs June to August, when Tuscany's warmth pulls in the most visitors and prices sit at their highest. Low season stretches from November through March, with quieter roads and softer rates. If you can, aim for late spring or early autumn: the weather is still generous, the Chianti roads are far less crowded, and booking a week or two ahead is usually enough to lock in a good rate.

Local traffic rules in Florence

Italy drives on the right. Helmets are mandatory for every rider and passenger on a motorcycle, no exceptions, and dipped headlights must stay on at all times, day or night. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas, 90 km/h on ordinary roads outside town, and 110 km/h on main extra-urban dual carriageways. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, dropping to zero for riders under 21 or those who've held a licence for less than three years. And remember the ZTL: ride into the historic center without a permit and the fine finds you months later, with an admin charge from the rental company on top. Most of our motorcycle rentals in Florence come from operators with years of local experience, offering a well-kept bike, helmet and friendly service. Use the search form at the top of the page to compare options, and have a nice trip!

Types of motorcycles available

On our website you can rent the following types of motorcycles: cruiser, sport, touring, standard, classic, dual-purpose, dirt bikes, street, naked bikes or roadsters, choppers, custom, streetfighter, sport-touring, dual-sport, on-road, off-road, adventure motorcycles, supermoto, scrambler, motorcycle with sidecar, enduro, motocross mx, trail, motards, tricycles, bikes with automatic or manual gears, luxury motorbikes.

Models of motorcycles available

On our website you can hire motorcycles from the following manufacturers: BMW, Harley Davidson, Aprilia, Buell, Cagiva, Ducati, Gilera, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Jawa, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi, Triumph, Benelli, Bajaj, Indian, Royal Enfield, TVS, Beta, Bimota.

Which insurance is provided?

Most providers include basic third-party liability insurance in the rental price, with options to upgrade to fuller coverage that reduces or removes your deposit liability in case of damage or theft. Always confirm exactly what is and isn’t covered before you set off.

Extra services available

When you make an online motorbike reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, or delivery to your chosen address.

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Most of our motorcycle rental providers have years of experience and will equip you with a well-maintained bike, helmet and insurance for the ride ahead. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a motorcycle locally, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!